August 16th, 2020
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National Airborne Day is celebrated each year on August 16. This is a day designated by the United States Congress to honor the nation's airborne forces of the Armed forces. National Airborne Day was created in 2001 by 43rd United States President, George W. Bush.
The history of airborne forces began after World War I, when Brigadier General William Mitchell first conceived the idea of parachuting troops into combat. Eventually, under the leadership of Major William Lee at Fort Benning, Georgia, members of the Parachute Test Platoon pioneered methods of combat jumping in 1940. On National Airborne Day, special recognition can be given to members in the community who played a role in airborne forces. It also presents yet another opportunity to offer special perks and appreciation to the country's veterans and current military troops.
Source: www.usaparatroopers.com/nationalairborneday.html
